LSX File Extension

What is LSX file?

Full format name of files that use LSX extension is Streaming Media Shortcut. Microsoft defined the Streaming Media Shortcut format standard. Files with LSX extension may be used by programs distributed for Windows platform. LSX file belongs to the Video Files category just like 546 other filename extensions listed in our database. Windows Media Player is by far the most used program for working with LSX files. On the official website of Microsoft Corporation developer not only will you find detailed information about theWindows Media Player software, but also about LSX and other supported file formats.

Programs which support LSX file extension

Programs that can handle LSX files are as follows. Files with LSX suffix can be copied to any mobile device or system platform, but it may not be possible to open them properly on target system.

How to open file with LSX extension?

There can be multiple causes why you have problems with opening LSX files on given system. Fortunately, most common problems with LSX files can be solved without in-depth IT knowledge, and most importantly, in a matter of minutes. The following is a list of guidelines that will help you identify and solve file-related problems.

Step 1. Install Windows Media Player software

The main and most frequent cause precluding users form opening LSX files is that no program that can handle LSX files is installed on user’s system. The solution to this problem is very simple. Download Windows Media Player and install it on your device. Above you will find a complete listing of programs that support LSX files, classified according to system platforms for which they are available. If you want to download Windows Media Player installer in the most secured manner, we suggest you visit Microsoft Corporation website and download from their official repositories.

Step 2. Check the version of Windows Media Player and update if needed

You still cannot access LSX files although Windows Media Player is installed on your system? Make sure that the software is up to date. Sometimes software developers introduce new formats in place of that already supports along with newer versions of their applications. If you have an older version of Windows Media Player installed, it may not support LSX format. The most recent version of Windows Media Player is backward compatible and can handle file formats supported by older versions of the software.

Step 3. Assign Windows Media Player to LSX files

If the issue has not been solved in the previous step, you should associate LSX files with latest version of Windows Media Player you have installed on your device. The process of associating file formats with default application may differ in details depending on platform, but the basic procedure is very similar.

Change the default application in Windows

• Clicking the LSX with right mouse button will bring a menu from which you should select the Open with option
• Click Choose another app and then select More apps option
• To finalize the process, select Look for another app on this PC entry and using the file explorer select the Windows Media Player installation folder. Confirm by checking Always use this app to open LSX files box and clicking OK button.

Change the default application in Mac OS

• From the drop-down menu, accessed by clicking the file with LSX extension, select Information
• Open the Open with section by clicking its name
• Select Windows Media Player and click Change for all...
• Finally, a This change will be applied to all files with LSX extension message should pop-up. Click Continue button in order to confirm your choice.

Step 4. Check the LSX for errors

If you followed the instructions form the previous steps yet the issue is still not solved, you should verify the LSX file in question. It is probable that the file is corrupted and thus cannot be accessed.

1. Verify that the LSX in question is not infected with a computer virus

Should it happed that the LSX is infected with a virus, this may be that cause that prevents you from accessing it. Immediately scan the file using an antivirus tool or scan the whole system to ensure the whole system is safe. LSX file is infected with malware? Follow the steps suggested by your antivirus software.

2. Check whether the file is corrupted or damaged

If you obtained the problematic LSX file from a third party, ask them to supply you with another copy. The file might have been copied erroneously and the data lost integrity, which precludes from accessing the file. It could happen the the download process of file with LSX extension was interrupted and the file data is defective. Download the file again from the same source.

3. Ensure that you have appropriate access rights

There is a possibility that the file in question can only be accessed by users with sufficient system privileges. Switch to an account that has required privileges and try opening the Streaming Media Shortcut file again.

4. Verify that your device fulfills the requirements to be able to open Windows Media Player

If the system is under havy load, it may not be able to handle the program that you use to open files with LSX extension. In this case close the other applications.

5. Check if you have the latest updates to the operating system and drivers

Latest versions of programs and drivers may help you solve problems with Streaming Media Shortcut files and ensure security of your device and operating system. It may be the case that the LSX files work properly with updated software that addresses some system bugs.

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